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Downy yellow violet, Viola pubescens
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Downy yellow violet, Viola pubescens
Downy yellow violet, Viola pubescens. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith from Robert Sweets The British Flower Garden, Ridgeway, London, 1827
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Dalton Downy Pubescens Sweet Viola Violet Smith
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting Downy Yellow Violet, Viola pubescens, a beautiful native wildflower found in woodlands and meadows across Europe. The intricate detail of the engraving, produced by Weddell after a botanical illustration by Edward Dalton Smith, captures the delicate features of this charming violet with remarkable accuracy. The Downy Yellow Violet is a low-growing plant, with heart-shaped, pubescent leaves and bright yellow, five-petaled flowers adorned with distinctive dark veins. The plant's downy stems and leaves add a soft, velvety texture, making it a delight to observe in its natural habitat. Botanical illustrations like this one played a crucial role in the development of botany as a scientific discipline. By meticulously documenting the appearance and characteristics of various plant species, these illustrations provided essential reference materials for botanists and horticulturists, enabling them to identify, classify, and study plants more effectively. Robert Sweet's The British Flower Garden, published in Ridgeway, London, in 1827, was a popular and influential botanical publication of its time. The work featured a wide array of beautiful and accurate botanical illustrations, making it an essential resource for both amateur and professional botanists. Today, the Downy Yellow Violet remains a beloved wildflower, cherished for its delicate beauty and the important role it plays in the ecosystem. This engraving serves as a testament to the enduring allure of botanical illustrations and the vital contribution they make to our understanding and appreciation of the natural world.
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